On December 23, the first all-electric SITP bus went into service and one 483 vehicles that will contribute in 2020 to clean energy transport in Bogotá.
TransMilenio and SITP fares will increase by $200 pesos next month to help cover a financial deficit and improve transit, according to Bogotá officials.
If testing goes well, Bogotá could become the first Latin American city to incorporate a fleet of electric city buses.
The SITP system hopes to revolutionize public transportation in Bogotá, but significant challenges remain.
Bogotá’s colorful and chaotic bus signs are on the way out, but you’ll still need to familiarize yourself with the old system.
Gustavo Petro’s first year as Mayor of Bogotá focused on the city’s transportation grid, including plans for an underground metro.